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In his new role as the Head of Tourism Services at VFS Global, GB Srithar sheds light on the dynamic terrain of global tourism. Emphasising on the importance of technology, sustainability, and targeted communication strategies, he says that adaptability and innovation will be key in meeting the evolving needs and …

India is 9th largest market in the world for business travel spending and 4th-largest market for the Asia Pacific, representing 5.7 per cent of business travel spending in the region, says Sunny Sodhi, Managing Director, FCM Travel India. Hazel Jain There are many statistics that indicate that India is on …

Inauguration of Ram Temple in Ayodhya has resulted in 10X surge in demand for the destination, as per a recent study. With projections of 300,000 visitors per day by 2031, Ayodhya is touted to be the next ‘it’ destination to visit – not just for pilgrims but also domestic and …

Business travel in India will reach pre-2019 spending levels by 2025 and is expected to reach 120 per cent of its pre-COVID business travel spend by 2027, says Catherine Logan, Regional Vice President – EMEA & APAC, GBTA. Hazel Jain Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) has been away from the …

Thailand Tourism has geared up with multiple initiatives and projects to entice the Indian market. The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), focusing on weddings and M!CE groups, presents coveted tourism offerings at its ‘Amazing Thailand’ event, organised recently in Delhi NCR. Amita Pandey The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) presented …

The 6th edition of the HAI Hoteliers’ Conclave brings together influential figures in the hospitality sector on a single platform to discuss upcoming challenges and prospects and ascertain a trajectory for the industry’s progressive expansion. TT Bureau With a vision to unlock the immense potential of India’s tourism industry and …

Destination DC wants tour operators to increase stay in Washington DC from day trips to 2-3 nights in their itineraries. Elliott Ferguson, President & CEO, Destination DC, shares more. Hazel Jain Revisiting the India market after exactly a year, Elliott Ferguson, President and CEO, Destination DC, is keen on understanding …

Larry Yim, General Manager, Away Bangkok Riverside Kene, Cross Hotels & Resorts, shares the property’s USPs, agenda for 2024, sustainable initiatives and plans to woo more Indian guests. TT Bureau Away Bangkok Riverside Kene, situated just a few steps away from Chao Phraya River, aims to deliver a memorable experience …

Visit Qatar and Qatar Airways join hands for ‘Stopover in Qatar’, which promises a journey of a lifetime packed into a miniscule. The stopover packages offer five exciting options at over 100 hotels for travellers embarking on their journey on Qatar Airways’ network of over 170 destinations. Lipla Negi Beyond …

Citing sustainability as the ‘driving force’ for the hospitality sector, Pradeep Shetty, President, FHRAI, urges stakeholders to offer pro-planet solutions. There is a need for large-scale behavioural changes among tourists and service providers to develop ecological consciousness, he suggests. Lipla Negi Voicing a unanimous call for sustainable and responsible tourism, …